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95.5/ 100

LAKESIDE CHARTER ACADEMY

17609 OLD STATESVILLE RD, Cornelius, NC 28078
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440489
Latest result95.5 / 100
Last inspectedMar 18, 2026
Inspections on record11
On record sinceJan 12, 2015

Score history

7085100 Jan 12, 2015: 93Feb 11, 2016: 95May 3, 2018: 94.5Apr 8, 2019: 93Jul 29, 2019: 91Aug 10, 2020: 94.5Aug 20, 2021: 97.5Apr 27, 2023: 95.5May 9, 2024: 94.5Mar 6, 2025: 93.5Mar 18, 2026: 95.5
Jan 12, 2015Higher is betterMar 18, 2026

Inspections & violations

Mar 18, 2026 95.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE: - School is utilizing the whole front building, art classroom and music classroom by the gym. The school shares the gym space with Lake Norman Christian School for school year and unitil June 2027. - Director of Operation: Tyishia Edwards present during inspection.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
REPEAT Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).- Observed disrepair faucet at hand sink in classroom 100 needs repair. Observed disrepair toilet in boy restroom hallway needs repair. All fixtures shall be in good repair and keep clean. Half point due to improvement.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
REPEAT Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.- Observed hole on wall beside a stage in the gym need repair. Observed water stained on ceiling tiles in music classroom by the gym, classroom 100 and hallway, drooping ceiling tiles in art room by the gym and classroom 110, damaged/torn ceiling in the gym. Observed dead bug in the light shield need cleaning in music room and some part of the front building. Check for no active leaks. Repair/replace ceiling tiles needed.

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Mar 6, 2025 93.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE: No points deduction: #4. Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).- Observed all disrepair urinals in boy restroom 3-8 grade hallway. Repair needed and keep all fixtures in good repair. - Principal: Wayne Muhammad present during inspection
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
REPEAT Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).- Observed water fountains with black mildew on surfaces, crevices and spouts in 3-8 grade hallway intron of restrooms. Detail cleaning needed and keep clean. At the same two fountains in front of the restrooms, observed water fountains separating from the wall. Caulking/repairing needed. Keep all fountains in good repair. Points remain the same at this time.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −30
REPEAT Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).- Observed some hand sinks in the building starting to separate from the wall and leaving gaps, repairing/caulking maybe needed. Keep all sinks in good repair. Observed disrepair faucets, causing no water to be available for hand washing in restrooms and classroom restrooms (girl restroom by the gym, class 104/101/100, boy/girl restrooms 3-8 grade hallway. All hand washing supplies fixtures shall be in good repair to allow clean hands. Observed classroom sinks in class 104 need cleaning and keep clean. Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).- Observed no soap or disrepair soap dispensers in boy restroom main hall and girl restroom 3-8 grade hallway. Ensure to provide all hand washing supplies at all hand sinks at all time.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
REPEAT Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.- Observed disrepair/falling apart closet door in art room, repair needed. Observed a hole on wall behind the door by the gym in boy restroom. Repair needed. Observed water/mildew stain on ceiling tiles in class 222 by the gym, art room, main hallway. Observed damage and tear on ceiling tiles in the gym. Check for no active leaks. Repair/replace ceiling tiles needed. Points remain the same at this time.

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May 9, 2024 94.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE: Principal: Beverly Sip and Director of operation: Tyishia Edwards present during the inspection.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).- Observed water fountains with pink/black mildew on surfaces, crevices and spouts throughout the facility. Need detail cleaning and keep clean. Observed water fountains separating from the wall in 3-8 building in front of restrooms, caulking/repairing needed.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −20
Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).- Observed two out of three empty soap dispensers in boy restroom in 3-8 building. Need refill and ensure all hand washing supplies available at all hand sinks at all time. Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).- Observed one out of two disrepair faucet in girl restroom in multi-purpose room. Need repair/replace.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.- Observed AC ceiling vents throughout the facility covered with dust. Details cleaning needed and keep clean. Observed hole on wall in boy restroom multi-purpose, need repair.

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Apr 27, 2023 95.5 / 100 · 2 violations
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
REPEAT Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed water damaged ceiling tiles inside the following classrooms / areas (205-bowed tiles, music room, 200 hallway) in need of replacing / repair.
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −15
Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b); Observed janitorial closets left unlocked in both buildings allowing chemicals to be accessible, when not in use keep chemicals, cleaners and toxic substances locked away to prevent access. CDI closets locked during inspection.

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Aug 20, 2021 97.5 / 100 · 2 violations
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
REPEAT Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed water damaged ceiling tiles in classrooms in need of repair. (note) improvement noted half point deduction.
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −10
All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411. Observed storage on floor inside all storage rooms.

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Aug 10, 2020 94.5 / 100 · 2 violations
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed water damaged ceiling tiles inside classroom (100) and inside hallway of middle school building.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −40
REPEAT All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b). Observed vents (intake grates) throughout school collecting heavy debris in need of general cleaning.

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Jul 29, 2019 91 / 100 · 3 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40
REPEAT Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Water fountain mouth guards in need of cleaning.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b). Observed dust build-up on ventilation vents throughout school inside classrooms.
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −30
REPEAT The premises of the school under control of the principal shall be kept neat and clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Observed numerous classrooms containing Mold (green) collected on desks and book cases in need of remediation in #213, #212, #211, #204, #208; Mold is contained to the rooms mentioned and not coming from ventilation system. Highly recommend treating areas with high concentration bleach disinfectant for remedy. Future follow-up visits will be made to ensure Mold is removed and processes are in place to prevent repeat growth.

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Apr 8, 2019 93 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS DEDUCTED #7 All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411. Observed storage directly on floor in planning room / storage closet in middle school hallway, in need of proper storing to facilitate cleaning.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40
REPEAT Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observed water fountain mouth guards collecting bio-film in need of detail cleaning.
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −30
REPEAT Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b). Observed chemical wipes and aerosol cleaners stored accessible in many classrooms in need of proper storage. Observed maintenance closet unlocked with numerous hazardous items (chemical sprays, paint, bulk corrosive cleaners) accessible.

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May 3, 2018 94.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS WERE TAKEN FOR THE FOLLOWING: #4 - Observed cleaning needed on walls in restrooms around hand sinks and hand dryers.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
REPEAT Observed pink and black build-up around water fountain nozzles. EHS recommended increasing cleaning frequency. **Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed ceiling vents with dust build-up in restrooms and several classrooms. **All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −15
Observed garbage collecting on ground around dumpster. EHS advised principal to have area cleaned. **Waste material, unnecessary articles, rubbish, litter, or garbage shall not be allowed to accumulate on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).

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Feb 11, 2016 95 / 100 · 2 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed water fountains (building 2, #1) collecting residue. Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −30
Observed disinfecting wipes accusable to children throughout. Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b).

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Jan 12, 2015 93 / 100 · 4 violations
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −20
Observed: No paper towels in the hallway restroom in both buildings.Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −10
Observed.: Excessive storage on closet floors and in some restrooms on the floors.All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
#10 · SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL: Impervious, cleanable containers with lids, approved type 20*; clean and in good repair 20#; empties as needed, properly disposed of 40# (.2414) −10
Observed: The dumpster missing a drain plug.Impervious, cleanable containers with lids, approved by the Department, shall be provided for the storage of solid waste. 15A NCAC 18A .2414 (a).
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −30
Observed: Cleaners, aerosol air sprays, and disinfecting wipes stored within reach of students in most classrooms.Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b).Chris Vincent present during inspection.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “LAKESIDE CHARTER ACADEMY” or State ID 2060440489). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.